VEA
Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
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Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA) is an exchange-traded fund that provides investors with exposure to international and global markets. It carries an expense ratio of 0.05%. The fund offers a dividend yield of approximately 2.90%. The portfolio holds 4000 securities.
Category
Global
Dividend Yield
2.9%
Expense Ratio
0.05%
Holdings
4000
Dividend History
Top Holdings
Key Features
- •Developed market diversification
- •Ex-US
- •Low cost
- •Dividend income
Advantages
- •Global diversification
- •Reduced US allocation
- •Low expense ratio
- •Stable dividends
Risks
- •Currency risk
- •Lower growth than US
- •Region-specific risk
- •Liquidity variance
Rebalancing Strategy
International diversification at 20-30%; alternative to IEFA
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VEA Investment Analysis
VEA (Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF) is a Global ETF comprising 4000 holdings. It has an expense ratio of 0.05% and a dividend yield of 2.9%. Its very low expense ratio makes it well-suited for long-term investing.
A 2.9% dividend yield provides moderate income. It suits investors seeking a balance between growth and dividends.
VEA can play an important role in your portfolio. Its broad range of holdings provides strong diversification.
US ETF Investment Notes
A 15% withholding tax applies to US ETF dividends. If annual overseas stock capital gains exceed KRW 2.5 million, a 22% capital gains tax is imposed.
Exchange rate fluctuations affect returns. When the Korean won strengthens, dollar-denominated gains may decrease — consider whether to hedge currency risk.
Brokerage fees for overseas ETF trades vary. If you trade frequently, compare fees across brokerages before choosing one.